English

"A classic is a book that has never finished saying what it has to say." - Italo Calvino

Is the English Program Right for You?

Are you an avid reader and writer? Do you enjoy a lively exchange of ideas in an intimate
setting? If so, the English program at USFSM may be perfect for you! It is a great
route for those interested in in-depth analyses of culture and aesthetics.

The Bachelor of Arts degree in English with a concentration in British and American
Literature grounds students in literary and cultural traditions while training them
to be critical thinkers and persuasive communicators. Students develop analytical
and communication skills in a vibrant, close-knit learning community, and many have
the opportunity to assist with faculty research.

An English degree also can be a springboard to enrollment in graduate programs such
as English, law, American studies, comparative literature, education, humanities,
communications, journalism, and English education.

Future Careers

The high caliber of this intensive program strengthens students’ abilities to communicate,
giving versatility to the degree. Careers that promote the excellent communication
skills taught within USFSM’s English program include education, journalism, communications,
social media, publishing, law, nonprofits, grant writing and public relations, in
addition to many other rewarding fields.

Graduates with a BA in English have a broad range of career choices, making it the
perfect degree for someone who wishes to capitalize on written, verbal and analytical
skills in the workplace.